Kent Edgerton
Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal - Private Equity Performance Improvement | Leader in Supply Chain and Operational Improvement | Expert in Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning
- Role
- Managing Director at Alvarez & Marsal
- Location
- Memphis, TN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kent Edgerton
As a Managing Director with Alvarez & Marsal\'s Private Equity Services Operations Group, I bring over 25 years of experience in supply chain management and operational improvement. My primary focus is on designing and implementing strategic planning systems that align supply and demand, driving higher service levels and lower fulfillment costs for clients in various industries such as manufacturing, distribution, transportation, medical devices, retail, wholesale, telecommunications, and chemicals.Throughout my career, I have demonstrated expertise in leading operational improvement initiatives, overseeing global supply chain initiatives, and managing day-to-day supply chain execution to achieve inventory targets and working capital ratios. I have successfully implemented key supply chain processes, including SIOP, inventory segmentation, SKU rationalization, demand planning, and E&O and freight management.Some of my notable achievements include managing the supply chain function carve-out of a global $1.5 billion revenue medical device manufacturer, handling the supply chain, distribution, transportation, and planning functions for a key supplier in the Project WARP Speed COVID-19 vaccine deployment initiative, and standardizing the carrier payment process for an $800 million transportation broker.My track record showcases my expertise in driving value and operational excellence in the private equity sector. I continue to work diligently with a goal of delivering value and transforming companies across industries. Specializations: Supply Chain Management| Operational Improvement | Carve-Out | Procurement| SIOP| Transportation| Distribution For more detailed information about my experience, please visit my company bio at
Experience
Managing Director
Nov 2022 — Present
Education
The University of Memphis
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Rhodes College
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills
- Management
- Inventory Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Business Process Improvement
- Change Management
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